Tampa Bay Lightning vs Washington Capitals Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 10/14/25

The Washington Capitals will be opening up a four-game home stand by welcoming the Tampa Bay Lightning to town. The Capitals offense that was lethal last season has yet to find their stride this year. They have only averaged two goals per game this season. A visit from the Lightning who have very leaky defense might be exactly what they need. The Lightning have allowed 13 goals against in their first three games. The Lightning will also be on the second half of a back-to-back which will be an advantage for the offense of the Capitals. I expect the Capitals to find their offensive game against the Lightning and put up a few goals.

Not only have the Lightning been allowing plenty of goals, they have also been scoring many. Through their first three games, they are averaging 3.33 goals per game. Must of the scoring has been done by their superstars Nikita Kucherov, Brayden Point and Jake Guentzel. The Lightning will be able to hold their own in the goal scoring department in this game. I am expecting a game full of offense on Tuesday, take the over in this one.

Lightning vs. Capitals prediction: Over 5.5 (-130) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.